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Bengaluru court granted bail to JDS MLA HD Revanna. Judge Bhat set conditions including a Rs 5 lakh bond, travel restrictions, and cooperation with the SIT investigation. Revanna faces charges of abduction, sexual harassment, while Revanna Jr is absconding.
The PAC will comprise the council of ministers and legislature leaders of all political parties in the 14th Nagaland Legislative Assembly (NLA). There was a meeting on May 9 chaired by chief minister Neiphiu Rio.
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu accuses BJP of using money power to topple government, vows Congress's power until 2027. Initiatives include restoring old pension system, criticizes BJP for lack of support during monsoon disaster.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticised Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for not visiting the Ram temple in Ayodhya, accusing him of fearing a loss of vote bank. Shah also questioned Gandhi's opposition to the abrogation of Article 370 and sought the views of Shiv Sena's Uddhav Thackeray. Shah praised PM Modi's role in resolving the temple issue and accused the Congress of appeasement politics. Shah was campaigning for BJP's candidate in Dhule, Maharashtra, ahead of the upcoming elections.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, speaking at an election rally in Hazaribag, warned that if Prime Minister Modi wins the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, there may not be future elections. Kharge criticized the PM over the arrest of Hemant Soren and challenged him to arrest Adani and Ambani. He accused the BJP of threatening the Constitution and democracy, promising to free arrested opposition leaders if voted to power.
Halkan Kisan, 37, voted for the first time at 'Budha Pahad', his own booth, in Jharkhand's Palamu Lok Sabha constituency. Budha Pahad was a former Maoist stronghold. It has been freed by security forces after three decades. Kisan, from Hesatu village, expressed enthusiasm as the area is now free from Maoist activity. A total of 771 people are eligible to vote at the booth.
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has criticised the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Home Minister Amit Shah for what she perceives as a lack of progress in Raebareli. In a statement on Sunday, she questioned the BJP's contributions to the development of the region.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah asserted at an election rally in Pratapgarh that Pakistan-occupied Kashmir belongs to India and vowed to reclaim it, dismissing Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's concerns about Pakistan's atomic bomb. Shah also urged voters in Kaushambi to support BJP's candidate for a third term as MP in the upcoming elections on May 20.
Kurnool Lok Sabha constituency in Andhra Pradesh will see a three-way contest in the upcoming 2024 general elections. With historical significance and facing issues like water scarcity and unemployment, the YSRCP and TDP are key players. Meanwhile, in Tirupati, the BJP and YSRCP are set to battle it out amidst cleanliness accolades.
AAP and Congress supporters in Delhi are asking when Ajay Maken, a prominent Delhi Congress leader, will launch a full campaign for the seven LS candidates.
Modi criticized Congress for weak attitude on Pakistan, leading to Kashmir terrorism. He campaigned in Odisha, highlighting the importance of strong leadership post-Pokhran-II. Modi also criticized BJD leader Naveen Patnaik during election rallies in Odisha.
Opposition RJD has fielded a strong OBC candidate here in Anita Devi, wife of convicted criminal Ashok Mahto. Mahto is a Kurmi and Devi a Dhanuk. Dhanuk and Kurmi are a socio-politically united combination.
Arvind Kejriwal accuses PM Modi of pushing 'One Nation, One Leader' ideology post-interim bail. Warns about opposition leaders being targeted. Questions BJP's PM candidate and Modi's support for Amit Shah. Kejriwal emphasizes fight against dictatorship.
Tripura CM criticized TMC rule in West Bengal, highlighting Sandeshkhali women atrocities and corruption. NSG operation revealed hidden weapons. Women filed rape FIRs against TMC leaders. Saha emphasized the need for change in governance.
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh criticizes Modi govt for failing Andhra Pradesh. He highlights unfulfilled promises, lack of special status, and slow project progress. Ramesh vows to bring justice through Congress-INDIA coalition in upcoming elections.
The BJP leader said only those who have followed the 2019 general elections and the subsequent state assembly polls can sense on the ground the tremendous change that is being witnessed among the common masses in the state.
Addressing an election rally in Telangana, Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra said the BJP leaders are going all over the country seeking 400 Lok Sabha seats so that they can change the Constitution.
Mamata Banerjee condemns Governor Bose over molestation allegations, demands resignation, challenges CCTV footage, accuses BJP of hindering industry reopens, criticizes false claims by BJP about clean water provision, and highlights free ration costs in West Bengal.
Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati said the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has made innumerable promises regarding good days for the poor, weak, middle class and other working sections of the society but in reality, not even a quarter of those have been fulfilled.
Prashant Bhushan calls electoral bonds the biggest scam in Indian democracy. Supreme Court to begin hearing on SIT petition. Independent investigation to expose money trail from political parties. Bhushan advocates for a neutral SIT under ex-judge.
Speaking to around 20-odd students from the two Telugu-speaking states as well as Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Karnataka, Sitharaman discussed issues ranging from education and politics to the economic situation, in what appeared to be an attempt at outreach ahead of the May 13 elections in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, where the BJP aims to expand its base.
Abhishek Banerjee accuses BJP of depriving West Bengal, urges vote against them in elections. Stresses Mamata Banerjee's role, criticizes Centre's failure in schemes. Vows to challenge saffron party, uphold integrity against false allegations, and resist external pressure.